Kim Kardashian's latest lingerie line is a perfect example of how lucrative it can be to commodify women's impossible beauty standards. The "Faux Hair Micro String Thong" sold out in just days, with the 12 shades and textures available for $32 each. This trend cycle may seem trivial, but its impact on society and the economy cannot be ignored.
In recent years, the body positivity movement has gained momentum, advocating for acceptance of all shapes and sizes. However, this shift was short-lived, replaced by an obsession with super-skinny bodies. Kim Kardashian's influence in perpetuating these unattainable standards is undeniable. The "BBL era" of buttock-enhancing surgeries saw a significant rise between 2015 and 2021, coinciding with the Kardashians' pop culture dominance.
Fast forward to today, and another trend has emerged: the quest for an impossibly slim body. This phenomenon has been linked to the increased popularity of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, which can lead to rapid weight loss. The Kardashians have once again capitalized on this trend, reversing or reducing previous procedures to slim down and comply with yet another impossible beauty standard.
Kim Kardashian's success lies in her ability to tap into a gray area between sex positivity and shock marketing. She expertly navigates the line between offending and selling out. By releasing a product that is both provocative and profitable, she has tapped into the zeitgeist of women's desires for self-expression and liberation.
However, this trend highlights a deeper issue: the commodification of women's bodies. Petra Collins, a millennial photographer who had her Instagram account deleted after posting an unretouched photo of herself, serves as a cautionary tale. The visibility that got Collins banned on social media is now being sold back to women online – in lingerie.
The normalization of body hair has also been subject to its own trend cycle. In the 1970s, the "bush" was all the rage, only to be replaced by waxed and lasered bare vulvas. This correlation between hairlessness and purity and youth is deeply ingrained in society, with historical roots across cultures.
The release of Kim Kardashian's new line is a stunning example of the ouroboros of capitalism – where an entire generation of women is forced to buy back their own bodies. The "Faux Hair Micro String Thong" embodies this paradox: a sanitized and profitable version of Margiela's fashion provocation, reaping the benefits of a trend that has already begun to emerge in fashion.
The commodification of women's bodies will continue to be a lucrative industry, as long as there are willing customers. The question remains – how far will this trend cycle take us? Will we ever break free from these impossible beauty standards, or will we continue to perpetuate the same toxic narratives that have been passed down for generations? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: Kim Kardashian's latest lingerie line has only added fuel to the fire.
In recent years, the body positivity movement has gained momentum, advocating for acceptance of all shapes and sizes. However, this shift was short-lived, replaced by an obsession with super-skinny bodies. Kim Kardashian's influence in perpetuating these unattainable standards is undeniable. The "BBL era" of buttock-enhancing surgeries saw a significant rise between 2015 and 2021, coinciding with the Kardashians' pop culture dominance.
Fast forward to today, and another trend has emerged: the quest for an impossibly slim body. This phenomenon has been linked to the increased popularity of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, which can lead to rapid weight loss. The Kardashians have once again capitalized on this trend, reversing or reducing previous procedures to slim down and comply with yet another impossible beauty standard.
Kim Kardashian's success lies in her ability to tap into a gray area between sex positivity and shock marketing. She expertly navigates the line between offending and selling out. By releasing a product that is both provocative and profitable, she has tapped into the zeitgeist of women's desires for self-expression and liberation.
However, this trend highlights a deeper issue: the commodification of women's bodies. Petra Collins, a millennial photographer who had her Instagram account deleted after posting an unretouched photo of herself, serves as a cautionary tale. The visibility that got Collins banned on social media is now being sold back to women online – in lingerie.
The normalization of body hair has also been subject to its own trend cycle. In the 1970s, the "bush" was all the rage, only to be replaced by waxed and lasered bare vulvas. This correlation between hairlessness and purity and youth is deeply ingrained in society, with historical roots across cultures.
The release of Kim Kardashian's new line is a stunning example of the ouroboros of capitalism – where an entire generation of women is forced to buy back their own bodies. The "Faux Hair Micro String Thong" embodies this paradox: a sanitized and profitable version of Margiela's fashion provocation, reaping the benefits of a trend that has already begun to emerge in fashion.
The commodification of women's bodies will continue to be a lucrative industry, as long as there are willing customers. The question remains – how far will this trend cycle take us? Will we ever break free from these impossible beauty standards, or will we continue to perpetuate the same toxic narratives that have been passed down for generations? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: Kim Kardashian's latest lingerie line has only added fuel to the fire.
Now we're all about being hairless and "pure". It's like, what's next? A new standard for our bodies every year or so? 
I'm not hating on Kim Kardashian or anything, but it's wild how much she can make us want something just because she's selling it. And don't even get me started on the GLP-1 meds... 
it's like we're constantly being told what's beautiful and what's not, and if we don't fit that mold, we're somehow less worthy 
kim k's latest lingerie line is just another example of this toxic cycle, where a product can sell out in days because women are desperate for something to make them feel sexy and confident 
it's like we're being sold back the same old narratives that have been perpetuated for generations, and it's just so frustrating 
. Like Petra Collins' story? Yikes, so sad 
. We need 2 break free from these toxic narratives & celebrate self-love 
. Can't we just be happy with who we are 
?
I think that would be a great way for her to make a real impact, rather than just adding fuel to the fire of an already toxic industry.
. It's like, we're living in this world where women are constantly being bombarded with unrealistic beauty standards and then we wonder why mental health struggles are on the rise 
she knows exactly what sells and how to keep us wanting more. its wild how we're willing to pay good $$$ for products that perpetuate unrealistic beauty standards 
I mean, what's up with our society and its obsession with physical perfection?! 
The fact that Kim Kardashian's new lingerie line is selling out in record time and perpetuating the idea of an "impossibly slim body" is just, like, wow... 
It's crazy how much money can be made off of making women feel inadequate about their bodies 
. But honestly, isn't this just a never-ending cycle? First it was all about the #BBL era, then the emphasis on being super skinny, and now we're back to the quest for an impossibly slim body 
. She makes these provocative products that are both shocking and sellable – it's like she has this magic formula 
. But what's really concerning is how these trends affect women's self-esteem 
. Maybe it's time for a new trend – one that celebrates our unique bodies and imperfections 
the impact on society is huge, ppl need to wake up to this 
